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Dr. James Minnis, MD

Mountain View, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Minnis, Surgeon in Mountain View, CA?

    Dr. James Minnis, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mountain View, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Minnis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Minnis’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Minnis’s office at (415) 924-2514.

    What languages does Dr. Minnis speak?

    Dr. Minnis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Minnis typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Minnis diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Minnis. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Incisional Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Post-surgical Hernia
    • Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Scar Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Growth of Unknown Type
    • Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
    • Bone Disease
    • Skin Condition
    • Tumor of uncertain nature
    • Lesion of uncertain behavior
    • Indeterminate mass
    • Bone tumor of unknown nature
    • Skin lesion of unknown type
    • Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D489: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior, unspecified
    • D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Minnis typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Minnis performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Minnis. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
    • Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • First Inguinal Hernia Fix
    • Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
    • 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography

    Does Dr. Minnis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Minnis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 924-2514 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Minnis accept in Mountain View, CA?

    Dr. Minnis in Mountain View, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Spectrum

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Minnis' office located?

    Dr. James Minnis' Primary Practice

    2495 Hospital Dr Ste 450

    Mountain View, CA 94040

    (415) 924-2514

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    Dr. James Minnis' Practice 2

    505 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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    Dr. James Minnis' Practice 3

    5 Bon Air Rd Ste 101

    Larkspur, CA 94939

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    What is Dr. Minnis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Minnis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417169954.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Minnis?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Minnis

    What is Dr. James Minnis's specialty?

    Dr. Minnis is a Surgeon near Mountain View, CA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is this Dr. James Minnis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Minnis is affiliated with Marinhealth Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is James Minnis accepting new patients in Mountain View, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Minnis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Minnis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Minnis's office at (415) 924-2514 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Minnis?

    Please contact Dr. Minnis's office at (415) 924-2514 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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